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North Kingstown officer struck by car in undercover child predator sting

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — A North Kingstown police officer was seriously injured Friday night during an undercover sting targeting child exploitation. Authorities say...

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Woonsocket man faces first-degree murder charge in brother’s death

WOONSOCKET, R.I. — A Woonsocket man is facing a first-degree murder charge in his brother’s death after a fight, reported by police. Just...

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Meet our Dog of the Week, Daphne

Meet our Dog of the Week, Daphne! Daphne is really hoping this is the week she finally gets adopted. She has seen so many other dogs...

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Police officer injured following gunfire and crash

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — Police are investigating an incident Friday evening that involved gunfire and a crash near North Kingstown Town Beach. Around...

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Trump administration halts offshore wind farm plans off of Rhode Island coast

The Trump administration ends offshore wind farm plans in federal waters, including areas near Rhode Island that were once designated for large‑scale projects...

West Nile Virus found in Rhode Island
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West Nile Virus found in Rhode Island for the first time this year

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island health officials have confirmed the West Nile Virus has been found locally in 2025. The virus was detected...

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Rhode Island health care ranked second best in U.S.

Rhode Island has been ranked the second-best state in the country for health care, according to a new WalletHub study. The report looked...

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Plane crash on Block Island leaves 1 dead, 2 hospitalized

NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. — One person is dead and two hospitalized after a plane crash on Block Island Wednesday afternoon. All three passengers...

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The Kennedy Wedding in Newport: A look back at September 12, 1953

NEWPORT, R.I. — Remembering the Kennedy Wedding in Newport: Today marks the anniversary of the wedding of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier,...